This park is filled with historic tidbits and gems about Louisiana. You can tell the park is well…read moretaken care of. It's quiet & has a nice location right next to a lake. I would be back to walk my dog.

Lovely park right next to the capitol buildings. Lovely old oaks shading parts. A lot of statues,…read morethe Liberty Bell replica is here as is the Old Arsenal Museum. Come take a walk outside.

The LSU Rural Life Center and Burden Museum and Gardens are a hidden gem in Baton Rouge. They are…read morelocated right by I-10 on Essen, so they are easy to find. It's a very large property, and serves many purposes and hosts many events. It's a great resource that our city is very lucky to have. There are gardens and research facilities here associated with LSU, there are historical buildings and artifacts from Louisiana, then there are forests and wetlands, these are linked by roads and hiking trails. There's lots to see, and there are various events to participate in. One of these events is the new Louisiana Lights Festival which is a holiday-themed light show. It's impressive already and it's just getting started. Each year will bring more to this event! Another great event is the fall festival with its corn mazes, petting zoos, hay rides, and other fall fun activities. There are different events throughout the year, one need only check the website to be informed. There's really something for everyone here, from agriculture, horticulture, children's playgrounds, hiking, history, or just a place to have a picnic, this facility is there to meet the needs of the community. It's something that our residents and visitors should be aware of and utilize!

Amazing! A beautiful nature oasis. From mossy oaks to sunflowers, there is so much to look at here!…read more Located right off the interstate or on Essen Lane, the Burden Gardens is Baton Rouge's hidden gem. Besides just looking at nature or going on a nature walk for free, there are several events that take place here regularly. Junior League has a kid-friendly event under the outdoor the gazebo each month, there is the Louisiana Lights event in December, and a corn maze in Oct. This place is huge! There is a meeting place, which is easily accessible when you pull in. There are also places to stop and sit and go to the restroom. A great place to explore!!

Too family photos here in the botanical garden. Very nice park for photos. They do have a few…read moreshaded areas but not enough for me I don't like being directly in the sun.

If you're getting your police business done, I'd recommend stopping by. It's spacious and has an…read moreexcellent botanical garden.

I love this very wonderful park , it's super clean , beautiful landscape , you hear the birds…read moresinging , the frogs sleeping .. You hear the good Lord earth can a live !

It's a small park you can walk around, study or just relax at. Not a lot of people and the park is…read morekept extremely clean. They have a small lake that you walk around and a lot of shade.

This adventure didn't disappoint. Though the trail could use better markers, the trail isn't hard…read moreto follow. I love the bridge that makes you feel like you're standing in the swamp. I will definitely visit in the future. I have many pictures, but can't upload them for some reason.

Love this area! Brec is really making it nice. The fall…read moreweather isn't hurting it either!

I was impressed during my first visit to River Bend Park. The playground equipment for children was…read morenice and updated, the tennis courts and basketball court were well kept, and the best part of it all was the surrounding woods! This park is not just a big open space. Nature has been preserved, which makes it a pretty place to visit. I would recommend coming here for a walk, or to let your kids play and explore.

This public BREC park is nestled inside a quiet neighborhood, but it's easy to get to by car (or…read morefoot if you happen to live in River Bend). It's a peaceful place with lots of trees and open spaces. There's a tennis court, covered picnic table area, water fountain, benches, two sandy playgrounds, and a walking loop. No restrooms. Recently they built a nice scenic pathway that takes you through the trees to Farr Park, and from there it's a straight shot to the levee- another nice walk and good place to see the sunset. Park is open during daylight hours.

I absolutely love this park! The views are gorgeous, it's so big, and there are so many different…read morethings to do there. After a long day, I love to go here and just be present. I dated this guy who brought me here on our first date. While I hate that guy now, I'd meet him over and over to discover this park!!

We love the Perkins park! The kids playground area is great for my 3 year old. It's much smaller…read morethan the play area at the highland park but I'd rather it that way. It's easier to keep an eye on your kids and the park is never over crowded. My son loves bringing his trucks into the sand area and I can sit and relax right next to him on the benches. There are restrooms right next to the playground/baseball fields. The walking trails are wide enough for multiple people to be walking, running and biking without bumping into each other- unlike highland. Overall great place and wish there were more like it in Baton Rouge.

Absolutely beautiful. Breathtaking views of nature…read more Mostly rivers, and swamps (watch out). Lots of bugs in the morning and the humidity makes it worse. I hope this place is preserved. Don't Litter!!!! no one is there to clean up and it disturbs the fishies.

The Atchafalaya National Wildlife Refuge is a splendid place to get an up-close view of the…read morewildlife of the Atchafalaya Basin. There are a couple of hiking and ATV trails in the complex, which can make for a good several hours of getting close to nature. Just don't get too close.... this area is filled with alligators, and while humans are not on their usual menu, they will attack if you harass them or get too close. Be on the safe side: stay away from the water's edge. Be prepared to go slow. All the roads in the refuge are gravel and a bit narrow, which is one reason this review only gets 4 stars. Restrooms and basic amenities are few and far between. The nearest places to eat or sleep are Krotz Springs on US 190 or Henderson on I-10. Camping is not allowed anywhere in refuge boundaries. All in all, the refuge makes for a great day trip and is a good way to explore more of Louisiana's natural wonders. To get there, take Exit 127 (Whiskey Bay) from Interstate 10 and head north. Or take Louisiana Highway 975 from US 190 on the eastern side of the Atchafalaya River, just opposite of Krotz Springs